Jacobsen spent his youth in Minnesota. He finds peace and relaxation through meditation and enjoys gardening, landscaping, hiking and bodysurfing.

The Frances Davis Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching recognizes
dedication and demonstrated excellence as teachers of undergraduate students.
It was established as a memorial to the late Frances Davis, who taught mathematics
at Leeward Community College and UH Manoa for 19 years.

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